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Devon vs Eugene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eugene

Boy #871 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"well-born, of noble birth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Russian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#871
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Devon Rank #960
Eugene Rank #871

Eugene is more popular, ranked #871 vs #960 for Devon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devon or Eugene more popular?

Eugene is more popular, ranked #871 compared to Devon at #960 in the United States.

What do Devon and Eugene mean?

Devon means "deep valley dwellers" (Celtic origin). Eugene means "well-born, of noble birth" (Greek origin).

Are Devon and Eugene boy or girl names?

Devon is primarily a boy name. Eugene is primarily a boy name.

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